Eyebrow Restoration

Eyebrow Transplant Surgery – Plano, TX*

Overview

Eyebrows are an essential part of the face. Asside from protecting your eyes from moisture, they accentuate the eyes, create a window for expression, and are a marker for facial identity. Eyebrows define how we look, and an elegantly shaped and arched eyebrow can be very becoming. Unlike the loss of scalp hair, the loss of one’s eyebrows is not viewed as a natural process and is, therefore, not cosmetically acceptable. When penciling and tattooing no longer create the look you want, eyebrow transplant surgery can restore the beauty of your brows. Hair restoration surgeon, Dr. Joseph Yaker, performs eyebrow transplant surgery for Plano and DFW area patients who wish to restore their eyebrows and regain their self-confidence to show their face from all angles.

Reviews

"Dr. Yaker was extremely personable as well as knowledgeable on hair and hair health. With his treatment plan that was tailored to my needs and requests, I have noticeable thicker and fuller hair within three months! His enthusiasm towards his work was very comforting. He truly puts the patient at the center of care he delivers and it doesn't go unnoticed! I would highly recommend him as your physician if you are struggling with the appearance of your hair!"

- N.F. / Google / Sep 29, 2015

"I was desperate to reverse my excessive hair loss when I saw him about a year ago. He suggested different options for remedy, and we picked up the non-surgical option with Aminoplex vitamin, specially formulated low pH shampoo and conditioner, Formula 82M scalp application, and a laser cap. My hair loss has most certainly been arrested. People can't stop raving about how beautiful I look with a head full of really thick hair. Based on my personal experience, I would highly recommend Dr. Yaker to anyone having hair loss issues. Following his instructions is the key to the results you expect to see."

- L.A. / Google / Jun 26, 2017

"In course of human life, we have events that we feel cannot be reversed. Losing hair, for me, was one of those events. I did see Dr. Yaker on local TV show and my experience with him changed my life.I did receive a non-surgical procedure of the SmartGraft FUE 2,200 grafts in November of 2016. The pre-procedure gave me everything to get ready for the few hours procedure. The process of the event was extremely pleasant and without any discomfort. The staff was courteous and catered to my every question and need. Dr. Yaker did the procedure with above average precision. He personally called me to check how things were going after my procedure. My results started appearing a few months after and my reliance on cover up products have been eliminated completely. I am looking forward to full results timeframe.I give Dr. Yaker and his team the highest rating. Thank you, Texas Center for Hair Restoration!"

- B.S. / Google / Jun 26, 2017

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- A.R. / Google / Jun 19, 2017

"Had the FUE procedure several times with a different Dr. Dr Yaker was a much better experience with great results!!!"

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Eyebrow Hair Loss

Eyebrows can be lost for many reasons. They can be absent from birth, thin over time due to age and genetics, fall out due to skin infections, other medical diseases and cancer treatments, or fail to grow back due to repeated plucking, compulsive hair pulling (Trichotillomania), burns, scars and even chemo or radiation therapy. Men and women who have lost their eyebrows often feel anxious and uncomfortable in social situations, fearing that the focus is on their missing eyebrows. Eyebrow transplant surgery is a permanent solution for those individuals who wish to restore complete loss of their eyebrows, enhance thinning eyebrows, or conceal scars within the eyebrow.

Surgical Considerations

Dr. Yaker performs permanent, state-of-the art eyebrow transplant surgery using either Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) or Follicular Unit Extraction (SmartGraft™ FUE). This procedure is performed using a mild oral sedative and applying a local anesthetic to each eyebrow. Before surgery, Dr. Yaker carefully designs the shape and arch of the brow based on personal features, natural hair direction and the patient’s goals. The surgical process involves removing hair from the back of the head (permanent donor area), and carefully transplanting them into artistically placed sites created to mimic the natural growth pattern of each eyebrow. On average, it takes anywhere from 100 to 300 hairs per eyebrow depending on facial features, hair characteristics, hair loss and brow design, in order to create a symmetrical, full appearance.

What to Expect

After surgery, it is important for patients to follow Dr. Yaker’s post-operative instructions to ensure effective healing and hair growth. Within 1-2 days after surgery, tiny scabs will appear on the transplanted area. Some mild swelling, redness and bruising may appear within the first few days, but will subside. The tiny scabs will go away within 7 days and, just like in scalp hair transplantation, the implanted hairs will fall out, beginning 2-3 weeks following the procedure as the hair follicles underneath the scalp make way for new, healthy hair. The eyebrows then begin to grow around 3 to 4 months later. It takes about 12 months for final results to be achieved, allowing for the transplanted hairs to grow and blend in with the existing brows. Because the hair used for eyebrow transplant surgery comes from an area of the scalp where hair growth is continuous, the eyebrows will need to be trimmed and groomed on a routine basis. Patients don’t find this to be an issue as most are used to routinely plucking or penciling their eyebrows. Eventually, trimming becomes less frequent as the growth rate slows down. While in most cases a patient’s desired outcome can be achieved with one session, subsequent procedures may be required to achieve greater density.

Expected Cost

The cost of eyebrow transplant surgery depends on the extent of the procedure and the number of hair grafts needed to achieve the desired results. On average, patients can expect to pay between $3,500-$4,000 for this procedure.

Plan Your Procedure

Eyebrow Transplant FAQs

Best Candidate?

Any individual is a candidate for eyebrow transplant surgery who has thinning, sparse or no eyebrows, as long as medical conditions have been ruled out and/or treated. Examples include thyroid disorders, alopecia areata (hair loss due to an autoimmune condition), or trichotillomania (an impulsive disorder that causes the patient to compulsively pull out hair). Women who have previously undergone eyebrow tattooing may still have an eyebrow transplant. In fact, the combination of the two treatments create the appearance of fuller density.

Is Medication Available?

Currently, there are no FDA-approved medications on the market to help with eyebrow regrowth. The majority of over-the-counter products fail to produce any noticeable results, including Rogaine® (generic name: Minoxidil). Latisse® (generic name: Bimatoprost) is FDA approved for the treatment of inadequate eyelashes but not for eyebrow hair restoration. While the off-label use of Latisse® may slightly help to thicken eyebrow hairs, they do not replace missing hair. Currently, hair transplant surgery is the only option for fully restoring the eyebrows.

Risks or Bad Results?

Eyebrow transplant surgery carries minimal risk. Although pretty rare, the transplanted hair can grow in a different direction than desired. If this occurs, the hair can be removed by plucking, or trained to grow in the proper direction.